Two problems related to vehicle shudder have been reported for the 2000 Ford Windstar. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Ford Windstar based on all problems reported for the 2000 Windstar.
While driving 55 mph vehicle jerked and vibrated uncontrollably. Driver was able to pull over, and a mechanic inspected the vehicle and determined that transmission needed to be replaced. The consumer stated that the vehicle does not engage or move in any gear. The consumer tried to pull from a stop sign and the vehicles engine revved up but the vehicle did not move.
Consumer transmission failed on the bay bridge. Nar 1-22-03 the consumer was experiencing problems with the transmission prior to the failure. The transmission would hesitate from 1st to 2nd gear, but the consumer was told on 2 occasions it was normal. The abs lamp illuminated and the dealer replaced the relay. The windshield washer warning light had come on, the washer bottle had to replaced. The vehicle also shuddered while braking.